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Sunday, June 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michigan officials condemned the political violence that killed Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and shot Senator John Hoffman and his wife on Saturday—law enforcement is searching for a suspect who was impersonating a police officer. WOOD TV
- ➤ An appeals court upheld a 2½ to 5-year sentence for David Allen Orbon, who in June 2023 spit pepper spray into a jail deputy’s face at a Van Buren County jail in Paw Paw—officials said the spray mixed with saliva is a harmful chemical that justified a harsher term. WOOD TV
- ➤ Police identified 30-year-old Semaj James—fatally shot early Friday in Grand Rapids—in a case under investigation. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday (June 14), a Loving Day celebration in Grand Rapids honored the legalization of interracial marriage in the United States. WOOD TV
- ➤ Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives director George A. Bayard III said on June 14 that Juneteenth will drive meaningful awareness of equality in underrepresented fields (including STEM) as the holiday nears. WOOD TV
- ➤ Local community members were invited to be extras in a musical video filmed at Sullivan Field during a free West Side Gathering event that began at 10 a.m. Saturday. Extras were asked to wear items representing their favorite school, group or local sports team and join in by singing along to 'Glory Days' by Bruce Springsteen. WOOD TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ BAMF Health in Grand Rapids has launched a Phase 0 study that uses PET scans to find markers in HR-/HER2+ breast cancer so that doctors can develop targeted treatments in the future — the non-invasive research aims to improve early detection and treatment options. ABC 13
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Rix at the Ada Hotel wowed guests in its first summer with a rooftop terrace featuring live-edge tables, craft cocktails, and shareable plates while offering river views & a big city feel. The restaurant served groups for birthday parties and casual dates with innovative drinks like a spicy margarita with a Tajín spice rim. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
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Sleep Theory Concert
6-9 p.m. — Elevation — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic blend of heavy rock with powerful vocals from rising star Sleep Theory.
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The Somm Series: Cheese and Wine Pairing
7-9 p.m. — Grand Vin — $75/Person — Experience an educational evening of delightful cheese and wine pairings with expert guidance.
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JB Pump Day – South Grand Rapids
2-4 p.m. — Young Supply Company - South Grand Rapids — Free inspection and oil change — Enjoy complimentary maintenance on vacuum pumps for local contractors.
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Chase Rice Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Intersection — Ticket prices TBD — Experience high-energy country music from Chase Rice with his newest hits and fan favorites.
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Billy Corgan Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Intersection — Tickets available — Experience the diverse talents of the iconic Billy Corgan in an intimate live performance.
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GR Lit Fest Book Fair
4-5 p.m. — Speciation Cellars — Free entry — Celebrate local literature with an adult book fair featuring numerous authors and delicious food from a food truck.
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2025 STEM Summer Camp
1-4 p.m. — Amped Virtual Reality — Snack included — Kids explore STEM through fun, hands-on activities and virtual reality experiences.
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Mastering the Poetic Figure or Portrait Workshop
10 AM – 4 PM — Franciscan Life Process Center — $570 — Explore poetic techniques to enhance emotional resonance in your creative works.
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Pepper Concert
8 p.m. — Elevation — Tickets required — Experience the Kona Dub-Rock sound from Hawaii's reggae-rock ambassadors.
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Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Stache — Ticket prices vary — Experience the passion and energy of The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus as they perform fan favorites and powerful messages.
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